2000 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata Safari | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | Safari | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
